Grossing Technician I (Full Time)

Schweiger Dermatology Group

1d • $26 - $35

About The Position

Schweiger Dermatology Group is one of the leading dermatology practices in the country with over 570 healthcare providers and over 170 offices in New York, New Jersey, Pennsylvania, Connecticut, Florida, Illinois, Missouri, Minnesota, and California. Schweiger Dermatology Group provides medical, cosmetic, and surgical dermatology services with over 1.5 million patient visits annually. Our mission is to create the Ultimate Patient Experience and a great working environment for our providers, support staff and all team members. Schweiger Dermatology Group has been included in the Inc. 5000 Fastest Growing Private Companies in America list for seven consecutive years. Schweiger Dermatology Group has also received Great Place to Work certification. To learn more, click here. Schweiger Dermatology Group's Ultimate Employee Experience: Multiple office locations, find an opportunity near your home Positive work environment with the tools to need to do your job and grow Full time employees (30+ hours per week) are eligible for: Medical (TeleHeath included), HSA/FSA, Dental, Vision on 1st of the month after hire date 401K after 30 days of employment Your birthday is an additional personal holiday Company Sponsored Short Term Disability Pre-tax savings available for public transit commuters Part-time employees (less than 30 hours) are eligible for: Dental and Vision on 1st of the month after date of hire 401K after 30 days of employment Employee discounts on Schweiger Dermatology Group skin care products & cosmetic services Job Summary: To perform the duties of the Grossing Technician per the Laboratory’s Standard Operating Procedures (SOPs). The Grossing Technician will adhere to and support our culture of compliance and safety by following all Standard Operating Procedures (SOPs) with attention to detail, accuracy and professionalism at all times. Schedule: Full Time, 30+ hours. Availability Monday through Friday from 8:00am – 4:30pm. Grossing Technician I: Daily essential function of the Grossing Technician are listed below. Details on how each function is to be performed is outlined in the SOP manual. The SOP manual is to be reviewed by all Grossing Technician upon hire, when any updates occur and annually. Performs tissue description, dissection, and sectioning for optimal diagnostic evaluation of small uncomplicated skin specimens such as shaves, punches and excisions Reviews specimens for completeness and accuracy, including site and patient identification Selects appropriate processing times and special procedures for tissues (nails, alopecias, hair mounts) Troubleshoots and resolves technical problems involving methodology, technique, and instrumentation utilization in the gross area/room Performs maintenance and quality control on instruments as applicable Maintains a safe working environment Monitors supply and inventory Perform other histology-related work as needed (embedding, microtomy, block/slide filing) once properly trained on all related SOPs prior to completing any work Actively supports and assists in implementation and monitoring of quality control and quality assurance policies Qualifications: Completion of a clinical laboratory training program approved or accredited by the ABHES, the CAHEA, or other organization approved by HHS (this training may be included in the 60 semester hours listed in in the education required section) OR at least 3 months documented laboratory training in each specialty in which the individual performs high complexity testing. Training and a post training assessment for all role-applicable SOPs and Laboratory Compliance workflows must be completed after hire but before any laboratory work can be completed. A compentency assessment will occur at one month before independent work is permitted. Role specific SOPs and Laboratory Compliance workflows are outlined in the Pathology Training Program Smartsheet. Prior work experience of six months is desired in order to gain familiarity on-the-job with grossing techniques; experience in large-scale organization or high-volume production environment preferred to gain seasoned familiarity with processing specimens in production environment. Should be familiar with most major techniques for staining and special staining. Analytical skills necessary for processing slides under tight deadlines and general supervision; should have ability to identify specific specimens for supervisory follow-up. All Grossing Technicians are to complete 12 hours of continuing education per year per the laboratory’s Continuing Education SOP. Competency assessments will be performed upon hire and throughout the year per the laboratory’s Competency Assessment SOP. New Hire and Annual Training, including all required training sessions for all new and updated SOPs and updates to software systems as applicable This job operates in a professional lab environment and may potentially be exposed to chemical, hazardous and biological samples. This role routinely uses standard office equipment such as computers, telephones, photocopiers, filing cabinets, and fax machines. While performing the duties of this job, employee is regularly required to talk; hear; stand; walk; use hands to finger; handle or feel; and reach with hands and arms. This position also requires long duration of sitting and working on a computer. May require lifting up to 25 pounds without the aid of a device or a second person. Employee may be expected to travel up to 25% or less of their time from their home office. An associate degree in a laboratory science, or medical laboratory technology from an accredited institution OR have education and training equivalent to such degree that includes: At least 60 semester hours, or equivalent, from an accredited institution that, at a minimum, include either 24 semester hours of medical laboratory technology courses; or 24 semester hours of science courses that include - 6 semester hours of chemistry 6 semester hours of biology and 12 semester hours of biology and chemistry in any combination Hourly Pay Rate: $26.00 - $34.50 Schweiger Dermatology Group, is an equal opportunity employer and does not discriminate in its hiring process with applicants, whether internal or external, because of race, creed, color, age, national origin, ancestry, religion, gender, sexual orientation, gender identity, disability, genetic information, veteran status, military status, application for military service or any other class per local, state or federal law. Schweiger Dermatology Group does not require vaccination for COVID-19 in order to be considered for employment; however, some state guidelines may require that we keep record of your vaccination status on file. At Schweiger, we believe you're looking for more than just a job—you’re seeking a meaningful career, real growth opportunities, and a team that supports your success. With hundreds of locations and millions of patients served, we’re proud to be the leading dermatology group in the nation. Here, you’ll find a place here to thrive, grow, and make a difference every day. Join us and be part of a purpose-driven team delivering the ultimate patient experience—together.

Requirements

• Completion of a clinical laboratory training program approved or accredited by the ABHES, the CAHEA, or other organization approved by HHS (this training may be included in the 60 semester hours listed in in the education required section) OR at least 3 months documented laboratory training in each specialty in which the individual performs high complexity testing.
• Training and a post training assessment for all role-applicable SOPs and Laboratory Compliance workflows must be completed after hire but before any laboratory work can be completed.
• A compentency assessment will occur at one month before independent work is permitted.
• Role specific SOPs and Laboratory Compliance workflows are outlined in the Pathology Training Program Smartsheet.
• All Grossing Technicians are to complete 12 hours of continuing education per year per the laboratory’s Continuing Education SOP.
• Competency assessments will be performed upon hire and throughout the year per the laboratory’s Competency Assessment SOP.
• New Hire and Annual Training, including all required training sessions for all new and updated SOPs and updates to software systems as applicable
• An associate degree in a laboratory science, or medical laboratory technology from an accredited institution OR have education and training equivalent to such degree that includes: At least 60 semester hours, or equivalent, from an accredited institution that, at a minimum, include either 24 semester hours of medical laboratory technology courses; or 24 semester hours of science courses that include - 6 semester hours of chemistry 6 semester hours of biology and 12 semester hours of biology and chemistry in any combination

Nice To Haves

• Prior work experience of six months is desired in order to gain familiarity on-the-job with grossing techniques; experience in large-scale organization or high-volume production environment preferred to gain seasoned familiarity with processing specimens in production environment.
• Should be familiar with most major techniques for staining and special staining.
• Analytical skills necessary for processing slides under tight deadlines and general supervision; should have ability to identify specific specimens for supervisory follow-up.

Responsibilities

• Performs tissue description, dissection, and sectioning for optimal diagnostic evaluation of small uncomplicated skin specimens such as shaves, punches and excisions
• Reviews specimens for completeness and accuracy, including site and patient identification
• Selects appropriate processing times and special procedures for tissues (nails, alopecias, hair mounts)
• Troubleshoots and resolves technical problems involving methodology, technique, and instrumentation utilization in the gross area/room
• Performs maintenance and quality control on instruments as applicable
• Maintains a safe working environment
• Monitors supply and inventory
• Perform other histology-related work as needed (embedding, microtomy, block/slide filing) once properly trained on all related SOPs prior to completing any work
• Actively supports and assists in implementation and monitoring of quality control and quality assurance policies

Benefits

• Medical (TeleHeath included)
• HSA/FSA
• Dental
• Vision on 1st of the month after hire date
• 401K after 30 days of employment
• Your birthday is an additional personal holiday
• Company Sponsored Short Term Disability
• Pre-tax savings available for public transit commuters
• Employee discounts on Schweiger Dermatology Group skin care products & cosmetic services

What This Job Offers

• Job Type: Full-time
• Career Level: Entry Level
• Education Level: Associate degree
• Number of Employees: 1,001-5,000 employees